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Polly and Bwemblesss

Bwemblesss was found by the roadside, having been hit by a car. She was in terrible condition — she was so riddled with fleas that I used a whole can of flea-killer on her — but I could tell that she was beautiful. I set to work cleaning her up. Once I’d finished, she looked totally peaceful and serene, like she was dreaming. Most people think of foxes as dirty scavengers, but I think Bwemblesss challenges that, disarming people with her charm and grace.

She lived in my sitting room for a while, on the sofa or perched on an armchair. It was like having a little dog around — I’d stroke her absent-mindedly while watching TV. She developed quite a character — she was always in the background, curled up and cosy.

Now Bwemblesss has moved on to grander things. She’s living in a giant champagne glass in an old dog kennel at